4 Techniques to Get a First in Every Business Assignment

The Winning Formula!

1. Answer the Question
Copy and Paste the assignment brief on Word and split the brief into separate sub-headings. That way, you won't miss out on any part of the question hence compelling the assessor to pass you.

2. Library is Useless

Books are outdated the day they're published! The only resource you'll ever need to complete a first class business/management assignment is a computer connected to the internet. Journals, Newspapers, Magazines, Lecture Slides, Google, Blogs etc give you brownie points. The more you use them, the better!

3. Loads of References
Most important! References make up the bridge between you and that First/Distinction grade you want it so bad. Ideally, depending on the field of topic, you should be able to connect each sentence with a reference in your written article. My Golden Rule: The number of references is directly proportional to the number of marks you'll get! (Tip: Use MS Word auto-referencing if referencing is not your stronghold)

4. Calculate & Commit
Calculate what's the absolute minimum you need to do to get a First. Depending on the university/faculty, your result may only represent the average of best 5-7 modules of your course. Identify them, work out the averages, and commit yourself to getting that 72 you need in 2nd assessment to balance out the first one or increase the average. (Chances are you might get some positive surprises from other modules too!)

In my opinion if the techniques above are followed, no matter whatever your skills/weaknesses are, you'll always get a positive feedback! Goes without saying that your content must be relevant, this applies only to written assignment submitted on time, which is what the tutor expects and is grammatically correct!


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10 Ways to Succeed in Getting a Job

Tough job getting a job? Think you're just not worth it? Try this!

10 ways to make yourself worth something for employers to not let you walk out without a job!

1. Research:

Do your research about the organisation, the role and the person interviewing you. Don't be scared to look them up on the Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Blogger etc (trust me, they're doing the same!)

2. Dress Smart:

No matter if it's the corner shop you're going to interview for, over-dressing is never a problem. Employers and recruiters like to think they're worth all this effort! Also, carry a folder to the interview, just how you would do if you were already working there!

3. Share your Achievements:

Brag, brag and brag! Try to make their jobs easier by giving them reasons why they should hire you? Don't forget, they might have to report their findings or justify their decision further up their management.

4. Make Yourself Accessible

Establish your presence online, preferably on public platforms. Yes! Twitter, Blogger, LinkedIn, even SoundCloud are all worth spending your time on, as you want to be among the first 3-4 results if searched online! Make sure they like what they see!


5. Think Outside the Box

CV is not the problem, thinking is! Instead of giving them a paper full of educational achievements with no work experience, tell them the reason why they should hire you and give them evidence, may it be a couple of brilliant academic articles you wrote or something else you created! (Warning: Larger organisations may not be impressed by this, so keep a standard CV as well!)

6. Be Practical

Follow your dreams, but don't end up chasing them. If you're not eligible for it, for any reason, don't bother!

7. Be Certified

Eligibility is key! No matter whatever you want to do, if there's a course, certification or license associated with it (even if not required!), get it! Can be exhausting, but worth it for an easy ride!

8. Be Flexible

In this hyper competitive environment, you afford to be fussy, if you think you're unable to relocate or change your routine for a particular role, try looking elsewhere. If you're in high demand, you may be able to negotiate, but initially, you can't dictate!

9. Enthusiasm

Even if you don't know if you want it or not, tell them they'll go global in next 5 years, and you want to be part of that! Don't forget, employers are actually there to buy you, show them what they'll get for their dosh! Do them a favour, go after something you'll love doing!

10. GO AND APPLY FOR IT!

Good Luck!


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